Can Lumi Global’s AGM platform facilitate different meeting formats?

Yes. AGMs can be held inroom, fully virtual, or via a hybrid format, allowing participants to attend physically or remotely.

What’s the difference between virtual and hybrid AGMs?

In a virtual AGM, all attendees join online. In a hybrid AGM, some attend in person while others participate remotely.

Is internet access required for virtual AGMs?

Yes, if in-room attendees are expected to use their own devices to vote and participate during the meeting. You can, however, provide attendees with Lumi Global devices or voting keypads if personal devices or venue internet are unavailable.

What are Lumi Global keypads used for?

Keypads let in-room participants register, engage, and vote when personal devices aren’t available, or the venue's internet is limited.

Can shareholders vote before the meeting?

Yes. Lumi Global supports pre-meeting voting, allowing shareholders to cast votes ahead of the live AGM.

Can the Lumi Platform accommodate a webcast?

Yes. Lumi Global assists with a professionally produced broadcast of the AGM that is hosted on the Lumi Platform, making it easy for virtual participants to follow the meeting proceedings.

How does professional broadcast support remote participants?

High-quality, low-latency streaming ensures remote shareholders can watch, hear, and engage seamlessly during the AGM.

How are shareholder questions managed during the AGM?

Questions submitted via the Lumi Platform can be grouped with labels, making Q&A organized and aligned with meeting proceedings.

How does the chair receive questions or comments submitted by shareholders during the AGM?

The chair sees all text, voice, and video questions via a dedicated dashboard link, updated live in real time.

Can remote AGM participants ask questions verbally?

Yes. Remote attendees can ask questions live via audio or video, as well as submit written queries.

Do remote AGM attendees have the same rights as in-room attendees?

Yes. Virtual participants have equal opportunities to ask questions and vote, ensuring full parity with the in-room shareholder experience.

What is required to host a hybrid or virtual AGM legally?

Meetings must allow reasonable opportunities for members to vote and ask questions, and comply with regional governance requirements.

What are the common technical requirements for virtual AGM participation?

Participants need a compatible device (desktop, laptop, or mobile), reliable internet, and a supported browser.

Can proxy votes be handled digitally?

Yes. Lumi Global supports proxy and pre-meeting voting, ensuring all votes are captured securely.

Are voting results immediately available after voting ends?

Yes. Votes are tallied in real time and combined with proxy votes, with results available instantly for publication or export.

What if voting at the AGM must remain open after the meeting ends?

The voting feature of the Lumi Platform can be open beyond the meeting end time.

Can documents and speaker information be shared during the AGM?

Yes. Any documentation or links related to the AGM can be shared live, allowing all participants to access key information for informed decision-making. Speaker profiles can also be uploaded.

AGM | Lumi Global

Ensure only verified shareholders and proxies can access and participate in your AGM.

In-room participants can register and access the platform via their own or Lumi Global-provided devices
Remote participants receive unique credentials for controlled access
Track attendance in real time and monitor quorum automatically

Support a wide range of voting requirements aligned with governance and regulatory frameworks.

Proxy and pre-meeting voting capabilities
Live resolution and election voting during the meeting
Configurable voting methods to meet corporate governance and compliance standards

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Facilitate interactive engagement for all participants, including virtual attendees, with moderated Q&A and high-quality broadcasts.

Live moderated shareholder text, video, or voice questions
Meeting documents and speaker profiles for easy reference and context
High-quality broadcast for seamless engagement

Deliver accurate, auditable outcomes with reporting designed for compliance and oversight.

Instant vote tallying and result display
Exportable reports for regulatory requirements
Full audit trails for governance assurance

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